Traditional Art Meets Abstract at the North Riverside Mall Theatre

Posted By Amyjane, Community Contributor

Posted By Amyjane, Community Contributor

Posted By Amyjane, Community Contributor

North Riverside, Ill. – During the month of February, the North Riverside Mall Theatre will display the work of local emerging artist Nick Heap, a digital photographer and abstract artist who believes beauty exists even in the most mundane objects. The art display, to be presented in the lobby of the North Riverside Mall Theatre at 7501 West Cermak Road, will feature a selection of more traditional photographs contrasted with several abstract pieces focusing on Fractals and Mandalas. This showcase will run throughout the month of February.

Born and raised in Oak Park, Heap’s interest in art began at age 5 when someone first put a camera in his hands. Growing up in the hometown of Ernest Hemingway, and home base of Frank Lloyd Wright, Heap says he understood at an early age that art is a powerful method of connecting with and understanding the world. This is the first time his work will be showcased in a public arena. Heap hopes people who see his art will realize, “that magical, majestic, mysterious experiences are all around us, if only we are open to them.” He is humbled and excited by the opportunity to display his work at the North Riverside Mall Theatre.

Be sure to stop by the North Riverside Mall Theatre and check out Nick’s artwork on your way into a movie! For more information on the artist, and to preview his work, visit http://nick-heap.instaprints.com. To contact the artist with questions, email neheap@gmail.com.

Each month, the North Riverside Mall Theatre provides lobby space to display the works of local artisans. For more information about the art display, please contact contact@falkpr.com.

About Classic CinemasClassic Cinemas, based in Downers Grove, Illinois, is a family-owned company operated by Willis, Shirley and Chris Johnson. Established in 1978, Classic Cinemas operates 13 theatres, which comprise 104 screens in the northern Illinois area, with each auditorium equipped with state-of-the-art digital projection and sound technology. Classic Cinemas recently celebrated its 35th anniversary as the hometown theatre to moviegoers. For more information on Classic Cinemas, please visit www.classiccinemas.com.